Salary: $70,102.00 - $91,127.00 Annually
Location : WeGo - 430 Myatt Drive, Nashville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time Non Civil Service
Job Number: 1078
Division: WeGo
Opening Date: 11/04/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
Position DescriptionWeGo Public Transit seeks a Creative Specialist to join its Communications team and help grow public transit ridership across Middle Tennessee. This position designs and lays out internal and external materials, including promotional campaigns and public information pieces, for both print and digital channels. The Creative Specialist creates eye-catching assets that balance strong visual design with clear, accessible information, always keeping the rider's experience in mind.
The ideal candidate brings graphic design experience, a keen eye for composition, and the ability to translate complex information into visually engaging content for a variety of audiences across print, social media, and the web. We are looking for someone with strong emotional intelligence and a proactive approach to communication and brand management.
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Typical Duties - Designs and lays out brochures, flyers, newsletters, signs, advertisements, and other graphic materials for print and electronic distribution, keeping informational and promotional assets up to date
- Works alongside Communications, Marketing, Customer Care, and Operations teams to translate service initiatives into informative and compelling visuals
- Produces graphics and manages content on WeGo's internal communication platforms, such as SharePoint and the internal newsletter
- Assists with overseeing the creative direction of the WeGo brand and upholding brand standards
- Designs graphics and assists with updating and ongoing management of the WeGo Public Transit website, including layout and coding
- Supports Marketing with graphics for social media posts across multiple platforms
- Manage projects from concept to completion
- Obtains estimates from printers and other specialty advertising vendors
- Completes internal paperwork for purchase orders, invoice processing, and related requests
- Creates and updates presentations
- Assists with asset management, including maintaining an inventory of all printed materials
- Assists with distribution of signage and marketing materials
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications - At least three years of professional layout or design experience
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education
- Strong graphic design skills and knowledge of current design trends
- Advanced knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Website management and coding skills preferred (HTML)
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines, balance multiple projects, and manage time effectively
- Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Possess a valid Driver's License
- Ability to solve problems
- Collaborate with team members across organization and be comfortable with autonomy in managing daily workload
- Possess good customer service skills
- Ability to schedule work and work overtime as needed
- Responding to emergency situations
- Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees
- Strong team player
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - At least three years of professional layout or design experience
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education
- Strong graphic design skills and knowledge of current design trends
- Advanced knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Website management and coding skills preferred (HTML)
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines, balance multiple projects, and manage time effectively
- Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Possess a valid Driver's License
- Ability to solve problems
- Collaborate with team members across organization and be comfortable with autonomy in managing daily workload
- Possess good customer service skills
- Ability to schedule work and work overtime as needed
- Responding to emergency situations
- Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees
- Strong team player
Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered. 
